Fire Extinguisher

This contract is for the procurement of dry chemical fire extinguishers of two specific types: a 5-pound unit rated 2A:10BC and a 10-pound unit rated 4A:60BC. Both models must have aluminum or steel shells with metal valve stems and handles, excluding any plastic components. Each extinguisher is required to have a threaded pressure gauge, a threaded discharge hose rather than a straight nozzle, an inspection sticker attached to the shell, and must comply with all applicable state fire codes. The 5-pound extinguisher should have a cylinder diameter of 4 inches and a height of 20 inches, while the 10-pound extinguisher requires a diameter of 5 inches and a height of 22 inches. A minimum factory warranty of two years is mandatory for both extinguisher types. Approved manufacturers for the 5-pound extinguisher include Walter, Ansul, Buckeye, and Amerex, with specific part numbers provided. Similarly, the 10-pound extinguisher specifies approved models from Ansul, Amerex, Walter, World, and Buckeye. The solicitation is issued by Nashville Electric Service in Tennessee with a response deadline of March 24, 2026. The contract stipulates the purchase of 60 units of the 5-pound extinguisher under the item number JS07282560000, as well as two units of the larger 10-pound extinguisher, ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to quality standards outlined in the solicitation.